The managing director of Shrewsbury’s award-winning independent travel agent has sent out a positive message to anyone concerned about booking a holiday in the current climate.
Claire Moore, managing director at Peakes Travel Elite, said that national news reports had been unsettling for would-be travellers. “There were reports of 13,000 flights being cancelled in May. The reality? Just 120 of those were due to depart from the UK.”
Claire said the recent disruption was not unusual for the aviation industry.
“Having 120 flights cancelled in a month is a normal figure that we would expect during less politically charged times due to how airline scheduling is managed. It certainly doesn’t indicate a crisis in the travel sector.”
Major operators, including Jet2, TUI and easyJet Holidays, have publicly stated they are not introducing fuel surcharges on existing bookings.
Claire continues, “My message to anyone wanting to book a holiday – relax, don’t be put off, and enjoy having something wonderful to look forward to. When you book your holiday through experts like Peakes Travel Elite, you benefit from having a team of experts who will be by your side, from booking safe, quality holidays, all the way through to your safe return.
“Booking through a bonded travel agent also offers financial protection. Your money is not at risk as we are ABTA members. Even in the worst-case scenario that your holiday was cancelled, you would get your money back.”
The Peakes Travel Elite team travel regularly to find new places to stay and to gain insights they can pass on to their customers. Claire adds, “In the last two months, when the national papers have reported travel chaos, we’ve experienced no issues on numerous trips. Airports will always be busier in peak times, like May half term, but there’s nothing new there.”
Claire added that demand for holidays remains strong, with many customers continuing to book summer and winter breaks with confidence. “I hope to reassure anyone wanting to book a holiday. The team at Peakes Travel Elite would be happy to help.”
Peakes Travel Elite operates exclusively by appointment. To book, call 01743 233234 or email sales@peakestravelelite.co.uk. Appointments can be in-person, via video call, or by phone.
Find out more about Peakes Travel Elite at www.peakestravelelite.co.uk.
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